ROCKLEDGE FIRE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / VETERAN S PREFERENCE EMPLOYER 1600 Huntington Lane Rockledge, Florida 32955 321-690-3978 (PLEASE PRINT PLAINLY IN BLUE OR BLACK INK) _ NAME (LAST) (FIRST) (MIDDLE) TELEPHONE NUMBER _ MAILING ADDRESS CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE YES NO Are you a citizen of the United States or a registered alien? [ ] [ ] Do you have the ability to read, write, and speak English? [ ] [ ] Have you EVER been convicted of an offense against the law or forfeited collateral, or are you now under [ ] [ ] charges for any offense against the law? You may omit traffic violations for which you paid a fine of $150.00 or less. While in the military service were you ever convicted by a general court-martial? [ ] [ ] If your answer is Yes, give details below. Show for each offense: (1) date, (2) charge, (3) place, (4) court, and (5) action taken. NOTE: A conviction does not mean you cannot be appointed. Have you ever been employed by the City of Rockledge? [ ] Yes [ ] No If yes, give dates Do you have a relative by blood or marriage currently working for the City of Rockledge? [ ] [ ] If yes Name Relationship EDUCATION SCHOOLS NAME/ADDRESS MAJOR High School/GED DID YOU GRADUATE? DEGREE College Graduate School Vocational School or Other Training JOB INTEREST (If you are interested in applying for two or more positions available at the same time, please complete a separate application for each position.) Position Applied For Date you can begin Desired Will you accept: Temporary Work Yes [ ] No [ ] Part-time Work Yes [ ] No [ ]
MILITARY SERVICE RECORD Have you ever served in the U.S. Armed Forces? Yes [ ] No [ ] Please check the following that apply: [ ] I claim veteran s preference (you must supply a copy of your DD214 and complete the following information) I am claiming veteran s preference (check one of the following): [ ] As a veteran with a compensable service-connected disability [ ] As the unmarried spouse of a veteran who was killed in action or who died of a service-connected disability [ ] As the spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total, permanent service-connected disability, or who is missing is action, captured or forcibly detained by a foreign power [ ] As a veteran of any war (as defined in the rules of the Division of Veteran s Affairs) HAVE YOU ENTERED EMPLOYMENT WITH A GOVERNMENT AGENCY IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA SINCE OCTOBER 1, 1987? YES [ ] NO [ ] (If so, you may not be eligible for veteran s preference) If you believe that you did not receive veterans preference in accordance with FL Administrative Code, you have the right to an investigation by filing complaint with the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs, PO Box 31003, St. Petersburg, FL 33731, telephone (813) 898-4443, within 21 days from the date that you received notice that a non-preference applicant was appointed. SPECIAL SKILLS, APTITUDES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS List details of all skills, aptitudes and other qualifications which you feel are relevant to employment. Typing Speed Shorthand Speed Speedwriting (words per minute) (words per minute) (words per minute) Computer Experience Office Machines you can operate List any machinery or heavy equipment that you have operated efficiently: List scholarships, fellowships, honors, etc. received Special qualifications and skills (licenses or certificates, memberships in professional organizations or societies, etc.) REFERENCES (Do not include Former Employers or Relatives) Name and Occupation Address Phone Numbers Da7 & Evening 1. 2. 3.
PRESENT AND PRIOR EMPLOYMENT List below all present and past employment, beginning with your most recent. All spaces must be completed. A resume may be used to supplement, but not substitute, employment information. DO NOT specify SEE RESUME. Incomplete applications MAY be rejected. May we contact your present employer: Yes [ ] No [ ]
Occasionally the format of an employment application makes it difficult for an individual to adequately summarize one s complete background. Use the space below to provide any additional information necessary to describe your full qualifications for the position applied for. Thank you for completing this application form and for your interest in employment with us. Your application for employment will be maintained in the Personnel Department s active file for a total of three (3) months from the date of completion. Agreements: PLEASE READ CAREFULLY APPLICANT S CERTIFICATION AND AGREEMENT Probation Period I understand that my position with the City is temporary during the probationary period established. My employment may be ended before the expiration of that period for any reason without recourse. Physical Examination I understand that I may be required to take and pass a physical examination before the hiring process is complete. I understand that in addition to the physical examination, a drug and/or alcohol screening test will be given. Any illegal substance, controlled or otherwise, which shows in my test results may cause my immediate disqualification for employment with the City. Statement of Applicant I authorize my former employers to furnish their records of my service. This includes all information they may have concerning me. I also release them from any liability for any damage in providing this information. Certification I agree that any false or misleading information supplied by me will be cause for canceling the application process. After my hire date, it may cause my dismissal from the City service. I have answered all the questions on this form completely and truthfully. This application must be fully completed. I certify that the facts set forth in the above employment application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize you to make any investigation of my personal history. Upon termination of employment, I authorize the City of Rockledge to hold my final paycheck until a final accounting is made for any City property in my custody. Signature Date THE CITY OF ROCKLEDGE IS A DRUG-FREE WORK PLACE CITY OF ROCKLEDGE
APPLICANTS VOLUNTARY SELF-IDENTIFICATION RECORD SUBMISSION OF THIS INFORMATION IS VOLUNTARY AND WILL NOT BE INCLUDED IN YOUR APPLICANT FILE OR YOUR EMPLOYEE PERSONNEL FILE. As a part of our Affirmative Action Program, we are required to report the number of people who apply at the City by ethnic group, sex, disability, and veteran status. Your cooperation will be appreciated in completing the following form. This information will be used only for reporting purposes as legislated by Federal and State regulations and WILL NOT become a part of you application file or be used in making an employment decision, and WILL NOT be included in your employment personnel file if hired. DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION: SEPARATE THIS FORM IMMEDIATELY FROM THE APPLICANT PACKAGE AND FORWARD IT TO THE CITY MANAGER S OFFICE. ETHNIC GROUP (Place X in appropriate box) WHITE BLACK ASIAN OR PACIFIC ISLANDER AMERICAN INDIAN OR ALASKAN NATIVE HISPANIC (Not of Hispanic Origin) Includes persons having origins of the original people of Europe, North Africa, or the Middle East. (Not of Hispanic Origin) All persons having origins in any of the Black racial groups. All persons having origins in any of the original peoples of the Far East, Southeast Asia, Indian Subcontinent, or the Pacific Islands. All persons having origins in any of the original peoples of North American and who maintain cultural identification (Tribal affiliations or community recognition). All persons of Mexican, Puerto Rican, Cuban or South American, or other Spanish Culture or origin. VETERAN STATUS GENDER VETERAN OF THE VIETNAM ERA VETERAN NOT OF THE VIETNAM ERA DISABLED VETERAN MALE A person who (1) served on active duty for a period of more than 180 days any part of which occurred between 05 AUG 64 and 07 MAY 75, and was discharged/ released therefrom with other than a Dishonorable Discharge, or (2) was discharged/released from active duty for a service connected disability if any such active duty was performed between 05 AUG 64 and 07 MAY 75. A person entitled to disability compensation under laws administered by the Veterans Administration for disability rated at 30% or more, or a person whose discharge or release from active duty was for a disability incurred or aggravated in the line of duty. DISABILITY Name/nature of disability. (Use back of sheet if more room is needed.) FEMALE How did you hear about the position you applied for? Position you applied for? DEPARTMENT: Date: Name: Thank you for assisting us in fulfilling our Affirmative Action Program Goals FOR DEPARTMENT ADMINISTRATION Is there a vacancy for the position applied for? Yes No Position Vacancy Code: Job Code: VOLUNTARY EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER * DRUG & SMOKE FREE WORK PLACE PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
PLEASE PROVIDE PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING CERTIFICATIONS WITH YOUR APPLICATION: EMT CERTIFICATION CPR PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION ACLS PALS CPR NIMS (NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM) S130 (BASIC WILDLAND FIREFIGHTER TRAINING) S190 (INTRO TO WILDLAND FIRE BEHAVIOR) HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR G.E.D.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT MUST MEET ALL BUREAU OF STANDARDS AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS AS TO CITIZENSHIP, POLICE RECORD, FINGERPRINTS, HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR APPROVED G.E.D. MUST POSSESS A VALID STATE OF FLORIDA FIREFIGHTERS CERTIFICATE OR PROOF OF STANDARDS COURSE COMPLETION MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A DRUG SCREENING TEST MUST BE ABLE TO PASS A PHYSICAL EXAMINATION, CHEST X-RAY, AND EKG MUST, WITHIN 15 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT DATE, POSSESS A VALID STATE OF FLORIDA CHAUFFER S DRIVERS LICENSE WITH E ENDORSEMENT MUST HAVE A TELEPHONE FOR YOUR INFORMATION YOUR EMPLOYER WILL BE THE CITY OF ROCKLEDGE YOUR DEPARTMENT SUPERVISOR WILL BE THE FIRE CHIEF YOUR IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR WILL BE YOUR SHIFT COMMANDER YOU WILL BE ON DEPARTMENT PROBATION FOR A PERIOD OF ONE (1) YEAR FROM YOUR EMPLOYMENT DATE THE PAY PERIOD RUNS FROM THURSDAY THROUGH WEDNESDAY AND YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR PAYCHECK ON FRIDAY YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PASS EXAMINATIONS ON YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE OF STREETS, FIRE HYDRANTS, PUMPING STATIONS, PUMP OPERATION, DRIVING SKILLS, AND BASIC FIRE GROUND TACTICS IN ORDER TO BECOME A FIREFIGHTER WITH REGULAR STATUS WITHIN YOUR ONE YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD YOU WILL ALTERNATE ON-DUTY 24 HOURS, OFF-DUTY 24 HOURS FOR FIVE DAYS WHICH WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A FOUR DAY BREAK THE CITY OF ROCKLEDGE WILL CARRY A MINIMUM OF $20,000.00 LIFE INSURANCE POLICY ON YOU WITH NO COST TO YOU YOU WILL BE COVERED BY WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE, AT NO COST TO YOU, IN THE EVENT YOU ARE INJURED IN THE PERFORMANCE OF YOUR OFFICIAL DUTIES
YOU WILL BE COVERED BY MAJOR MEDICAL INSURANCE AFTER NINETY (90) DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT, AT NO COST TO YOU. A FAMILY INSURANCE PLAN IS AVAILABLE AT HALF THE NORMAL COST, THE CITY WILL PAY THE OTHER HALF IT WILL BE MANDATORY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CITY RETIREMENT FUND BEGINNING ON YOUR DATE OF EMPLOYMENT YOU WILL ACCUMULATE TWELVE (12) HOURS OF SICK LEAVE EACH MONTH OF EMPLOYMENT AND MAY BE USED IN ONLY 12 OR 24 HOUR INCREMENTS. YOU WILL NOT BE PAID FOR SICK LEAVE UNTIL YOUR ONE YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD HAS BEEN COMPLETED YOU WILL BE ABLE TO USE YOUR ACCUMULATED VACATION TIME AFTER YOUR ONE YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD HAS BEEN COMPLETED YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ADHERE TO ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS SET FORTH BY THE CITY OF ROCKLEDGE AND THE FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES STANDARD OPERATING GUIDELINES (S.O.G.) YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO ATTEND ALL REGULAR OR SPECIAL DEPARTMENT TRAINING SESSIONS
DEPARTMENT OF INSURANCE AND TREASURER DIVISION OF STATE FIRE MARSHAL BUREAU OF FIRE STANDARDS AND TRAINING AFFIDAVIT I, do hereby affirm that I have not been a user of (Name of Applicant) tobacco or tobacco products for at least one (1) year immediately preceding my application for certification as a firefighter, in accordance with Section 633.34(6), Florida Statutes. Under the penalties of perjury, I declare that I have read the foregoing affidavit and that the facts stated in it are true. DATED and SIGNED this day of, 20. Signature of Applicant Sworn to and subscribed before me. (seal) Notary Public My Commission Expires: